Second Term Examination Basic Science Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 12

 

 

  1. Clay soil feels __________ and can be shaped like moldable clay.
    • a) Soft
    • b) Sticky
    • c) Rough
    • d) Dry
  2. Clay soil holds water __________, making it challenging for plants to drink.
    • a) Tightly
    • b) Loosely
    • c) Quickly
    • d) Easily
  3. The texture of clay soil is often __________ when dry.
    • a) Hard
    • b) Soft
    • c) Sandy
    • d) Wet
  4. Clay soil can become __________ when wet, similar to playdough.
    • a) Sticky
    • b) Dry
    • c) Smooth
    • d) Gravelly
  5. Insects like beetles enjoy living in the cool, moist __________.
    • a) Sand
    • b) Loamy soil
    • c) Clay soil
    • d) Rocky soil
  6. Tiny creatures like mites and springtails are commonly found in __________ soil.
    • a) Sandy
    • b) Loamy
    • c) Clay
    • d) Gravelly
  7. Clay soil is like nature’s art studio due to its unique __________.
    • a) Color
    • b) Texture
    • c) Smell
    • d) Taste
  8. When dry, clay soil can feel __________ and is moldable.
    • a) Hard
    • b) Soft
    • c) Grainy
    • d) Wet
  9. The heaviness of clay soil is similar to moldable __________.
    • a) Sand
    • b) Clay
    • c) Dough
    • d) Rocks
  10. The moisture in clay soil makes it a suitable home for __________.
    • a) Desert plants
    • b) Water-loving plants
    • c) Cacti
    • d) Bamboo
  11. Clay is a ____________ composed of fine particles.
    • a) Plant
    • b) Soil
    • c) Rock
    • d) Water
  12. In Nigeria, clay is used for building ____________.
    • a) Cars
    • b) Houses
    • c) Computers
    • d) Toys
  13. Ceramics production involves the use of clay to make ____________.
    • a) Food
    • b) Pottery
    • c) Clothes
    • d) Books
  14. Artists use clay to create sculptures and ____________.
    • a) Music
    • b) Paintings
    • c) Movies
    • d) Statues
  15. Medicinally, clay can be used for certain healing ____________.
    • a) Foods
    • b) Drinks
    • c) Practices
    • d) Exercises
  16. Clay improves soil ____________ in agriculture.
    • a) Color
    • b) Taste
    • c) Structure
    • d) Temperature
  17. In Nigeria, clay is used to create traditional ____________ items.
    • a) Metal
    • b) Plastic
    • c) Glass
    • d) Pottery
  18. Clay can be used in the cosmetic industry for skincare products like ____________.
    • a) Shampoo
    • b) Face masks
    • c) Toothpaste
    • d) Perfume
  19. Waste containment facilities use clay liners to prevent ____________.
    • a) Leakage
    • b) Growth
    • c) Noise
    • d) Heat
  20. In gardening, clay can be added to potting soil to enhance its ____________ capacity.
    • a) Nutrient-holding
    • b) Water-draining
    • c) Light-reflecting
    • d) Air-circulating
  21. Clay can be molded into various _____________.
    • a) Colors
    • b) Shapes
    • c) Numbers
    • d) Letters
  22. Which of the following is a common clay molding tool?
    • a) Paintbrush
    • b) Hammer
    • c) Sculpting tools
    • d) Pencil
  23. What is the first step in molding objects with clay?
    • a) Applying glaze
    • b) Choosing the design
    • c) Firing the clay
    • d) Preparing the workspace
  24. Which option describes the correct way to condition clay?
    • a) Cooling it down
    • b) Kneading or warming it up
    • c) Adding water
    • d) Leaving it untouched
  25. Selecting the type of clay suitable for your project is part of the ____________.
    • a) Final firing
    • b) Refining details
    • c) Choosing your design
    • d) Applying glaze
  26. What should you do to make clay more pliable before shaping?
    • a) Freeze it
    • b) Heat it in the sun
    • c) Condition or knead it
    • d) Paint it
  27. Which step involves using sculpting tools to enhance the shape?
    • a) Allow drying time
    • b) Bisque firing
    • c) Begin shaping
    • d) Refine details
  28. What is the purpose of bisque firing in clay molding?
    • a) Adding color
    • b) Enhancing durability
    • c) Choosing a design
    • d) Applying glaze
  29. The final firing step is necessary if you have applied ____________.
    • a) Water
    • b) Sand
    • c) Glaze
    • d) Paint
  30. What should you do after the clay object is fully dried or fired?
    • a) Begin shaping
    • b) Choose your design
    • c) Apply glaze
    • d) Finish and display
  31. Plants are identified by their features such as ______, shape, size, and color. a) Texture b) Taste c) Temperature d) Time
  32. The part of a plant that we examine for features is the ______. a) Root b) Leaf c) Flower d) Stem
  33. What do we observe in leaves? a) Sound b) Smell c) Texture d) Temperature
  34. The stem of a plant can be ______. a) Visible b) Tasteless c) Invisible d) Solid
  35. Flowers add ______ to a plant. a) Weight b) Color c) Height d) Size
  36. Plants with woody stems are often called ______. a) Vegetables b) Fruits c) Herbs d) Trees
  37. ______ are examples of plants. a) Clouds b) Cars c) Roses d) Rocks
  38. Where can plants be found? a) In the ocean b) In the air c) In the soil d) In the sun
  39. Groups of plants are classified into ______. a) Shapes b) Colors c) Sizes d) Trees, shrubs, or herbs
  40. A plant’s roots can be ______. a) Underwater b) In the sky c) Invisible d) Edible
  41. Plants like rice and yams are commonly used as _____ in Nigeria. a) Clothing b) Food c) Shelter d) Medicine
  42. Cotton plants are a source of fibers used to make _____. a) Food b) Clothing c) Shelter d) Medicine
  43. Wood from trees is utilized for building houses and _____. a) Food b) Clothing c) Shelter d) Medicine
  44. Some plants have healing properties and are used in _____. a) Food b) Clothing c) Medicine d) Shelter
  45. Plants release _____ during photosynthesis, which is essential for breathing. a) Nitrogen b) Carbon dioxide c) Oxygen d) Hydrogen
  46. Trees provide materials for making _____. a) Food b) Clothing c) Shelter d) Paper
  47. Wood from plants is used as a source of _____. a) Food b) Clothing c) Shelter d) Fuel
  48. Fragrances are often made from plant _____. a) Fibers b) Extracts c) Seeds d) Roots
  49. Flowers and other plants are used for _____ our surroundings. a) Hiding b) Beautifying c) Destroying d) Ignoring
  50. Plants provide a _____ for many animals and insects. a) Space b) Habitat c) Cage d) Farm

 

Ways of Caring for Animals in Nigeria Basic Science Primary 2 Second Term Lesson Notes Week 10

 

Theory

  1. What are the three main parts of a plant?
  2. Can you name a plant you find around the school?
  3. How do you describe the leaves of a plant?
  4. Where can we find plant roots?
  5. What is the focus of today’s lesson?
  6. How would you categorize a tall plant with a woody stem?
  7. What materials did we use to examine plant features?
  8. Name one plant used for making clothing.
  9. How do we classify plants based on their uses?
  10. Give an example of a plant used for medicinal purposes.
  11. Explain why plants are essential for shelter.
  12. Identify a plant commonly used in Nigeria for fragrance or perfume.
  13. Discuss the importance of plants used for habitat purposes.
  14. Give an example of a domestic animal.
  15. How are wild animals different from domestic animals?
  16. Explain why animals are important to us.
  17. Draw and label a farm animal.
  18. Identify an animal that provides us with clothing.
  19. Name an animal used for transportation.
  20. What are five ways to care for animals?